Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
parviflora
ID:
399827

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) N.Hallé

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 17: 406 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399159



Common Names

  • Reissantia parviflora
  • Parviflora Reissantia
  • Parviflora False Nettle


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Description

Reissantia parviflora (also called 'Small-Flowered Reissantia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Reissantia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Reissantia parviflora are white and tubular, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Reissantia parviflora: Reissantia parviflora is best propagated by division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. The plant can be divided every few years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Reissantia parviflora

Reissantia parviflora is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Reissantia parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Reissantia parviflora?

Reissantia parviflora

What is the common name of Reissantia parviflora?

Small-flowered Reissantia

Where does Reissantia parviflora grow?

It grows in the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2416434: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.